Velocity Test

First thing I wanted to do at the range was run some ammo through the chronograph and get some velocity readings.


ShootingChrony F-1 Master was set at 12 feet for the test.


Ammo used for velocity test was Remington UMC 123gr FMJ, Winchester 123gr FMJ, DoubleTap 123gr Barnes Triple Shock X, and DoubleTap 123gr Rifle Defense.




DT Rifle Defense bullet diameter measured 0.3105 in.


DT Barnes Triple Shock X bullet diameter measured 0.3105 in.


Ruger Mini-30 Velocity Results

Rem UMC 123gr FMJ.....2228 fps
Win 123gr FMJ.....2298 fps
DT 123gr Barnes Triple Shock X.....2202 fps
DT 123gr Rifle Defense.....2171 fps

Rifle bore was cleaned before and after each brand was tested so as not to provide any advantage or disadvantage to any specific manufacturer. Cleaning also aided in the barrel break in process.


Primer strikes appeared sufficient.